J.J. McCarthy flipped a rough start into a late, dominant finish, guiding Minnesota’s comeback with three fourth‑quarter TDs and showing poise under pressure. Kevin O’Connell’s adjustments helped mask the early struggles as the Vikings trusted their untested rookie to read blitzes and finish strong, a storyline rich with fantasy upside and coaching resilience.

Across the Midwest, the night spiraled into a Bears storyline with Jaylen Carter’s ejection for spitting and Caleb Williams’ looming questions, while Aaron Rodgers’ Jets debut offered a contrasting tone of professional organization. Week 1’s swings underscored a familiar fantasy truth: late-game execution and schematic adaptability often trump hot starts.

Bills stun Ravens 41-40 in a Week 1 classic, with Allen leading a fourth-quarter surge and Keon Coleman flashing as a breakout Bills WR so early in his tenure. Derrick Henry tore up the box score for Tennessee, Rodgers looked spry in his Jets return, and Colts dominated Miami with a ground-first attack. Green Bay’s Love signaled new life in a retooled offense, while Parsons and Gary anchored a dangerous defensive front. A fantasy week that screams ride the hot hands and monitor injury fallout.